Dear NEADS Graduates, It’s hard to believe another year has passed and we are fully immersed in another holiday season. For many, it’s the most wonderful time of the year…
Read MoreAs a reminder to our clients, the Fourth of July brings a weekend full of celebration, parties, parades, and firework displays. Although fireworks are lovely to see in person, please do…
Read MoreWe have heard from a number of you asking for guidance and tips for going back to work with your Assistance Dogs. We understand that you might have concerns about…
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Read MoreIf you’re looking for a way to relax your dog…look no further. The instructions below will explain how to properly perform the 5 Step Dog Massage that NEADS now teaches during training.
Read MoreThese past few weeks have gotten all of us thinking of ways to keep busy and stay motivated. The NEADS Training Department has put together some handy tips on ways…
Read MoreWe’ve been getting a lot of questions about how to keep up with your dog’s training and keep them mentally challenged when most of us are living in states with a stay at home or shelter in place order. Here are some suggestions…
Read MoreDear NEADS Clients, With the concerns surrounding COVID-19 (the coronavirus), NEADS wanted to reach out to you as owners of NEADS Service and Assistance Dogs. For this post, we have…
Read MoreFebruary is National Pet Dental Health month, and while taking care of our pets’ teeth is a year-round effort, this is the perfect time to understand the important role oral health care plays in our pets’ health. Thanks to Dr. Cathryn Cleveland, veterinarian at Ashland Animal Hospital, Ashland, MA and NEADS volunteer, for this information.
Read MoreA majority of pets in the U.S. are suffering from a serious condition that not only shaves years off their lives but can also dramatically reduce the quality of the…
Read MoreWe’ve all eaten too much food at some point during the holidays, but most of us will not try an appetizer of tinsel or a main course of turkey bones.
Pets are a different story. Every year at this time, dogs and cats start swallowing some ill-advised holiday foods — and things that aren’t food at all. So the staff at BluePearl Veterinary Partners, which has animal hospitals in more than 20 states, are expecting to see the usual influx of pets during this holiday season.
Read MoreIt has recently been brought to the training department’s attention that some of our clients are not always using the Gentle Leader. This is of great concern to us! All…
Read MoreNovember and December are filled with fun holiday celebrations, but an unexpected trip to the vet can instantly spoil the cheer. From turkey bones to tinsel, veterinarians treat dozens of…
Read MoreWith the warm weather we have been experiencing, the risk of blue-green algae blooms (cyanobacteria) in some ponds, lakes and rivers is increasing. Here are some tips to keep you…
Read MoreWith the increased use of medical marijuana and the nationwide loosening of legal restrictions on the use of marijuana, there is an increased danger of harmful exposure to dogs and…
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